Arbtration & Post Sale Inspection

At Dealers Auto Auction of the Southwest, we offer a post sale inspection on our sale day that includes the mechanical and frame inspection of vehicles. For a nominal fee, our ASE Certified Mechanics inspect vehicles in an effort to find any potential mechanical issues. If a problem is discovered, the vehicle is entered into arbitration for further evaluation as described in our arbitration rules and auction lighting systems – see auction policies.

 Green Light:

  • 7-Day PSI is $149

  • 14-Day PSI is $199

 Red Light:

  • Structural/Odometer - $50

Arbitration Manager
Derrick Groves

Office: 602-687-9870
Cell: 602-758-5144
derrick.groves@daasw.com

Green Light Sales, inspections include:

  • Mechanical and structural revision of the vehicle

  • If any problems are discovered, the vehicle is subjected to arbitration for further evaluation

Red Light Sales, Inspections include:

  • AS-IS units that do not include the structure of the car, can be inspected for structural damage

  • The odometer is checked to identify alterations

  • PLEASE NOTE - A Red Light vehicle that is identified with any problem during the inspection will NOT be subject to arbitration. The purchase is final.

 Any unit that sells under $1,000 is sold 100% As-Is, including brands on titles and frame.

At Dealer’s Auto Auction of the Southwest, we take buyer and seller rights very seriously. That is why we follow the NAAA standards for dealer resolutions, and why everyone is treated fairly and within the recommended guidelines of the National Auto Auction Association.